From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Carrot was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Vanasthalipuram,RBZ APMC. This is one of several Carrot rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Carrot Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCarrot (Carrot)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Carrot is about 9.8% above the period average — just 4.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Carrot rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,500 (15.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Carrot matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Carrot prices at Vanasthalipuram,RBZ APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹4,100. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Carrot well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vanasthalipuram,RBZ APMC logged this Carrot rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.